The UAE Cybersecurity Council has issued a strong warning about fake messages circulating on smartphone devices that falsely claim to be from GITEX Global 2025.
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The UAE Cybersecurity Council has issued a strong warning about fake messages circulating on smartphone devices that falsely claim to be from GITEX Global 2025.
The UAE Cybersecurity Council has issued a strong warning about fake GITEX messages circulating on smartphone devices that falsely claim to be from GITEX Global 2025. These fraudulent communications include malicious links designed to hack phones, steal sensitive personal data, or even take control of devices remotely. The council has urged the public to exercise extreme caution by avoiding clicking on suspicious links, not sharing such messages, and deleting texts from unknown senders promptly.
This alert highlights a growing trend of cybercriminals exploiting major events to launch phishing and “smishing” scams targeting unsuspecting users. The council has launched the Cyber Pulse initiative to raise awareness, training individuals to identify cyber threats and promote safer digital behaviors.
Key safety advice includes never sharing personal details on untrusted platforms, downloading apps only from official stores, keeping devices updated, regularly backing up data, and watching for signs of compromise like rapid battery drain or unexpected device activity. In cases of suspected fraud, individuals are urged to refrain from responding or paying ransom demands and instead report the incident through official channels immediately.
This comprehensive awareness campaign underscores the importance of digital vigilance in the UAE’s technologically advanced environment where cyber threats continue to evolve.
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